Editors
Chloe Schama is a senior editor at American Vogue in New York, covering a mix of culture and wellness. She avoids saunas but loves swimming and once budgeted for manicures in her early 20s. These days, gardening is her go-to wellness activity.

Jessica Diner is Vogue’s Global Beauty & Wellness Director, which means spa reviews are part of her job—a responsibility she takes seriously. She prefers treatments that blend ancient rituals with modern tech for both relaxation and results. A true water sign, she’s always drawn to swimming, hot tubs, or plunge pools.

Florence O’Connor is the associate content manager for Vogue.com. When she’s not managing stories or budgets, she writes about lifestyle, wellness, and weddings. Based in New York, she jumps at any chance to visit England and unwind at countryside hotels—especially if there’s a hot tub in a field.

Contributors
Margaux Anbouba is American Vogue‘s senior beauty and wellness editor. Her fascination with skincare and wellness began in fifth grade during her first dermatologist visit. She’ll try anything—whether it’s an intense K-spa scrub, a caviar facial, or even a red wine bath.

Hannah Coates, British Vogue’s beauty and wellness editor, has seen every quirky wellness trend. She advocates for practical, effective practices (cold plunges over jade eggs) and loves spas that offer deep relaxation with authentic, nature-inspired results.

Alessandra Codinha is a Los Angeles-based writer and editor with a background in fashion and travel. She now spends much of her time exploring and writing about wellness—preferably in natural settings. A breathwork believer, she’s had enough sound baths to remain neutral on them.

Garbiñe Continente is Vogue Spain’s lifestyle editor, specializing in travel, hotels, and restaurants. She’s drawn to soulful projects and seaside hotel spas that offer a break from daily chaos.

Liam Hess is American Vogue’s living editor, covering homes, travel, and food from London. He often explores southern Italy or remote natural destinations. When it comes to spas, he’ll always say yes to a deep-tissue massage—pain included.

Mattie Kahn is a New York writer covering culture, politics, and wellness. She loves spas but skips manicures. One of her top massage picks is Body Mechanics in Herald Square, known for its no-frills “orthopedic massages”—more physical therapy than luxury retreat.Châteaux. Somehow, it’s perfect.

Christina Liao is a freelance travel writer with a passion for East and Southeast Asia, as well as Western Europe—especially France and Italy. She has journeyed worldwide in search of exceptional hotels and experiences. When it comes to spas, she seeks out those that offer more than the usual treatments, favoring ones that use local ingredients and traditions. Extra points if they also focus on mental and emotional well-being.

Lisa Wong Macabasco is a senior digital editor at Vogue who writes about arts and culture. She has traveled extensively across the US, Asia, and Europe. A dedicated runner and yoga enthusiast, she’s slowly warming up to massages.

Ana Morales is the beauty editor at Vogue Spain, specializing in wellness and mental health (with a soft spot for healthy hair and innovative hair spas worldwide). She loves discovering new places with a holistic approach—destinations that nurture both body and soul while teaching habits for a better, longer life (yes, longevity is a big interest of hers).

Lauren Murdoch-Smith is British Vogue’s Senior Beauty & Wellness Editor, with nearly a decade at the magazine. When scouting spas and wellness retreats, she looks for unique details, holistic treatments, expert-led experiences, and secluded locations that offer total immersion.

Christina Pérez is a freelance writer who explores the connection between travel, design, and well-being. With a background in philosophy and metaphysics, she’s drawn to treatments that balance mind and body. She’s open to trying anything once—especially if it involves ancient traditions, local botanicals, or shamanic healers.

Elise Taylor, a senior writer at Vogue, covers interiors and travel. Always up for an adventure, she’s intrigued by far-flung spas and cutting-edge treatments, particularly those at wellness and mental health clinics.

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